Bleach: Watch Closely, This Is How You Use a Zanpakutō-Chapter 375: Betrothed

Just like that, Masatsuki Aozaki—who had somehow ended up with another "wife"—was in an excellent mood. Humming to himself, he strolled into

Just like that, Masatsuki Aozaki—who had somehow ended up with another "wife"—was in an excellent mood. Humming to himself, he strolled into the guest bathroom.

He took a long, relaxing bath, had a few cups of sake to help him sleep, and then dove into the warm bed, tightly hugging the soft, fragrant pillow.

"Gotta wake up early to make breakfast tomorrow. Night!"

"...Night my ass!!!"

The "pillow" in his arms—Senjumaru Shutara—screamed in embarrassment, her whole body stiffening up.

Even someone as composed and mature as her couldn’t possibly stay calm in this situation.

It was, after all, her first time lying in bed with a man.

She frantically pushed at Masatsuki Aozaki’s chest, trying to create some distance between them.

"Why did you come into my room, Masatsuki?! And just crawled right into my bed like it was nothing?! Your room is literally next door!"

"But didn’t you say you accepted my confession? That makes us lovers now, right? Silly senpai."

Masatsuki Aozaki blinked innocently, looking at her with a puzzled face, as if he couldn’t understand what he’d done wrong.

Senjumaru Shutara, on the other hand, turned beet red, clutching at her clothes and letting out a helpless, flustered "mmf mmf" sound.

She clearly wanted to say something, but couldn’t bring herself to say it.

"Y-yes... that’s true! But what does that have to do with you sleeping here?! I’m not that kind of woman! Get out of here already!"

While protesting, she kept shoving at him, trying to push him out of the room.

But Masatsuki Aozaki didn’t budge. He just waved her off casually.

"Senjumaru-senpai, you’ve never been in a relationship before, have you?" he suddenly asked.

"T-that’s true... Are you mocking me?!"

Senjumaru Shutara’s blush deepened, and she glared at him in frustration.

"That’s why it makes sense you don’t know," Masatsuki replied with a grin. "For couples, sharing a bed is as normal as eating three meals a day."

"R-really...? That’s normal...?"

Senjumaru Shutara blinked in disbelief.

"Totally! If you don’t believe me, just ask Kirio!" Masatsuki said with full confidence.

"L-like I could ask her something like that!!!"

She nearly jumped in embarrassment. Just the thought of bringing it up with Kirio Hikifune was too mortifying to even consider.

"Senjumaru already accepted my confession, right? Are you saying a reliable senior like you would go back on her word?"

Masatsuki Aozaki remained unfazed, clinging tightly to her, sticking to his belief that lovers should naturally share a bed.

Not that he actually believed it himself—it was just a shameless excuse.

From the start, he had fully intended to snuggle up to Senjumaru Shutara tonight.

After all, they were now inexplicably a couple!

Now that he finally had a legitimate reason to be alone with this bashful older woman, how could he possibly let the chance slip by?

Letting a golden opportunity like this go? He wouldn’t be human.

Meanwhile, the kind and innocent Senjumaru Shutara had no idea.

From the very beginning, her fate had been sealed—destined to be swept up in Masatsuki Aozaki’s nonsense.

And in the end, she would probably blame herself for it all.

Tears welled up in her eyes as she trembled in a mix of shyness and frustration.

"Be good, okay? I’m not going to do anything bad to you, Senpai. We’re just sleeping together, that’s all."

Masatsuki Aozaki’s voice was surprisingly gentle as he softly stroked Senjumaru Shutara’s long hair, like he was calming a frightened animal.

His eyes, filled with tenderness, were a stark contrast to his usual playful and shameless demeanor.

Senjumaru Shutara kept her head down, unable to meet his gaze. Her eyes were misty, a mix of shyness and unease.

Seeing her like that, Masatsuki Aozaki’s lips curled into a soft, uncharacteristically warm smile.

He spoke in a calm voice,

"You’re my wife, and I’m your husband. Sleeping in the same bed is totally normal, right? There’s nothing wrong with it—it’s natural, perfectly reasonable, and completely legal!"

Senjumaru Shutara’s face flushed deep red as she stammered,

"W-When did we become... that close?"

Masatsuki Aozaki raised an eyebrow and responded with righteous flair,

"Any relationship not aimed at marriage is just fooling around! What, is Senpai trying to mess with a junior?"

Senjumaru Shutara was left speechless. Her shoulders hunched, and she murmured, flustered,

"No... that’s not what I meant."

Masatsuki Aozaki gently patted her head.

"Then it’s settled. We’re definitely getting married, so we’re basically engaged now. Don’t forget what you said—take some responsibility and own up to it!"

"Ugh... okay..."

Senjumaru Shutara clutched at her chest, eyes brimming with tears.

She felt utterly drained, unable to push Masatsuki Aozaki away anymore.

It was then that the beloved big sister finally realized—she could never win against him in a battle of words.

So, she gave up.

She went stiff in his arms, choosing to remain silent, like a rock.

It’s just sleeping. Just sleeping, that’s all!

Besides, this was the Gatonden, Kirio’s place—she was nearby, nothing would happen!

Senjumaru Shutara quietly cheered herself on, bracing for a sleepless night.

But then, Masatsuki Aozaki looked down at her, and the hands holding her began to move—less than innocent.

Even with only a thin layer of sleepwear between them, her graceful figure exuded a soft allure that was hard to resist.

Without a word, he leaned in, slipping past her unguarded defenses, and found her lips.

"Mmm... nn—"

Masatsuki Aozaki kissed her without hesitation.

In her wide, stunned eyes, the distance between them had vanished.

He pressed in, pried open her lips, and dove deeper without pause.

Wild yet precise, firm yet unhurried.

The sound of it—close, unavoidable—rang out with every breath.

Those gentle yet passionate sounds echoed in Senjumaru Shutara’s ears, sending waves through her every nerve.

It was a kiss shared only between true lovers.

Dazed and unwilling to resist, Senjumaru Shutara could only moan softly, her breath coming in broken fragments.

She gave in, eyes fluttering shut, letting herself sink into the moment.

Only when Masatsuki Aozaki finally pulled away did their lips part.

"Ha... ha..."

Senjumaru Shutara sat there, mouth slightly agape, breathing heavily in confusion.

Her lips trembled, opening and closing without a word, and it was a long while before she finally stilled.

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